Marketing & Business Development Manager

Job Details

Job Location

Corporate Headquarters - Owatonna, MN

Remote Type

Hybrid

Position Type

Full Time, Hybrid

Salary Range

$101000.00 - $153000.00 Salary / year

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Office Hours

Job Category

Marketing

Description

This is a structured hybrid position which requires working in ourOwatonna, MN facility : Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Tuesdays and Fridays are home office workdays. Therefore, candidates must reside within reasonable drivable distanceto the facility.

Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. As an innovator, Wenger Corporation knows that great ideas can come from the fresh perspective of a new employee. So, we embrace the unique skills and expertise you bring to the table.We skip the micro-management and bureaucracy found in many organizations, and we create an environment of trust and autonomy that gives you the freedom to make decisions, use your talents and make your mark.

Wenger Corporation is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Manager to join our team in Owatonna, MN. As a Marketing & Business Development Manager , you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to inspire and enable great performances by designing and executing Lutefish's comprehensive marketing and sales development strategy. In this role you will manage and optimize Lutefish's marketing and sales development budget to ensure resources are effectively deployed to achieve aggressive sales and growth objectives.

At a minimum, you'll need :

• 10+ years of progressive experience in marketing, business development, or sales, ideally within music technology, consumer goods, SaaS, or creative tools industries.
• A proven track record of driving growth through direct marketing initiatives and strategic partnerships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience managing and developing small, high-performing teams.
• A background working with consumer or subscription-based business models.
• Proficiency with marketing, analytics, and design tools such as Google Analytics, Shopify, and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in content creation, brand development, and digital marketing execution.
• Strong project management and budgeting skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Proven leadership in mentoring teams and managing agency or partner relationships.
• Strategic thinker with experience in business development, contract negotiation, and market analysis.

It would be great if you also have :

A typical day may include :

Marketing Leadership :

Business Development & Sales :

Benefit offerings include :

Pay information reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position based on current market data. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today!

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply